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DEClaser 2200 plus Printer
Operator's Guide
Order Number EK–DECLB–OG–001
Digital Equipment Corporation
Maynard, Massachusetts

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  • Page 1 DEClaser 2200 plus Printer Operator’s Guide Order Number EK–DECLB–OG–001 Digital Equipment Corporation Maynard, Massachusetts...
  • Page 2 First Printing, June 1990 Revised, July 1991 The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Digital Equipment Corporation. Digital Equipment Corporation assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document.
  • Page 3 FCC NOTICE: This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 2 Operating Information Powering the Printer On ......Powering the Printer Off ......
  • Page 5 Entering Control Representation Mode ....2–49 2.17 Resetting the Printer ....... 2–50 2.18 Emulation Mode of Operation .
  • Page 6 Error Skip Procedure ....... Printer Status Messages ......
  • Page 7 Paper Jam Area 8 (Duplex Printing Only) ... . . 6–28 Chapter 7 Maintenance Cleaning the Printer ....... 7.1.1 Cleaning the Internal Surfaces .
  • Page 8 Components: Rear Output Tray ..... . . 1–4 Components: Inside the Printer ..... . . 1–5 Operating Space: Top View .
  • Page 9 Entering Control Representation Mode ....2–49 2–7 Resetting the Printer ....... 2–50 2–8 Selecting Emulation Mode .
  • Page 10 Error Skip Procedure ....... 6–2 Printer Status Messages ......6–3 Operator Call Messages .

  • Page 11: Preface

    (formatter) that are driven from host-based software to provide shared printer access from the Digital network. The printer can serve as a personal desktop printer or as a shared group printer, and is designed to print from 5,000 to 12,000 prints per month.

  • Page 12: Software Requirements

    Software Requirements Some features of the DEClaser 2200 plus printer may or may not be available depending on the operating software used by the host computer system and the application software that you are using. For information about the printer features you can use with your application program, consult your application program documentation.
  • Page 13 It describes how to replace the electrophotographic supply (EP- S) cartridge and ozone filter, and how to clean the printer. • Chapter 8, Service, explains how to obtain service if the printer needs repair. • Appendix A, DEClaser Printer Quick Reference Guide, lists the DEClaser escape sequences used to program the printer.

  • Page 14: Associated Documents

    Associated Documents Several other related manuals are available for use with the DEClaser 2200 plus printer. You can order these optional manuals from DECdirect as described in the ordering information section at the end of this guide. Those optional manuals are: •...

  • Page 15: Conventions Used In This Guide

    A key name is shown enclosed in a box to indicate that you press that key on the control panel. Key names are always shown in initial capital letters. For example: UPPERCASE Printer status messages and operator call messages are shown in uppercase. For example: — —...

  • Page 16: Safety Information

    See Appendix B for ordering information. WARNING: Be sure to replace the ozone filter every 100,000 pages, and never operate the printer without the ozone filter in place. The filter removes ozone that could be hazardous to your health.

  • Page 17: Cdrh Label

    Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968. The printer does not emit hazardous light since the laser beam is totally enclosed during all modes of customer operation and maintenance.

  • Page 18: Chapter 1 Printer Components

    Chapter 1 Printer Components This chapter describes the components of the DEClaser 2200 plus printer and their functions. This chapter also provides information about the operating space required to perform day-to-day printing operations. 1.1 Functions of the Printer Components Figures 1–1 through 1–4 show the printer components. Tables 1–1 through 1–4 explain the printer components and their functions.

  • Page 19: Printer Components: Front/Right-Side View

    The carrying grip plates are located on the right and left sides of the printer. These plates are grooved to provide a nonslip surface when you are lifting the printer. Always place your hands under the carrying grip plates when lifting the printer.

  • Page 20: Components: Rear/Left-Side View

    Figure 1–2: Components: Rear/Left-Side View MLO-005111 (Figure 1-2; 12.5 picas) Printer Components 1–3...

  • Page 21: Printer Components: Rear/Left-Side View

    Section 2.6.2 for information about choosing the different output trays. Additional RAM (random-access memory) can be added to the printer in 1, 2, or 3 MB capacities. This access cover allows you to easily install the extra memory board. Refer to the documentation that comes with the optional memory board for installation instructions.

  • Page 22: Components: Rear Output Tray

    Figure 1–3: Components: Rear Output Tray MLO-005112 (Figure 1-3; 15.5 picas) Printer Components 1–5...

  • Page 23: Printout Selector

    The duplex/facedown mode can be used in simplex or duplex mode. This mode delivers paper facedown to the top output tray. NOTE: The printer ‘‘beeps’’ if you try to select duplex mode and the printout selector is not set to the duplex position.

  • Page 24: Components: Inside The Printer

    Figure 1–4: Components: Inside the Printer MLO-005113 (Figure 1-4; 30.5 picas) Printer Components 1–7...

  • Page 25: Printer Components: Internal View

    EP-S cartridge has run out of toner and you should replace it (see Section 7.3). Removes ozone generated by the printer. The ozone filter is replaced every 100,000 pages. The page count is shown on Test Print A (see Section 2.13).

  • Page 26: Required Operating Space

    7. Paper Transfer Guide 1.2 Required Operating Space Always allow ample space around the printer to perform day-to-day printing operations. Figure 1–5 and Figure 1–6 show the minimum amount of space required to perform these operations. See the DEClaser 2200 plus Printer Installation Guide for additional information about location requirements and environmental conditions.

  • Page 27: Operating Space: Top View

    Figure 1–5: Operating Space: Top View MLO-005115 (Figure 1-5; 15 picas) Figure 1–6: Operating Space: Side View MLO-005114 (Figure 1-6; 12 picas) 1–10 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 28: Chapter 2 Operating Information

    2.1 Powering the Printer On Power the printer on using the following procedure. 1. Press the power switch on the back of the printer to the | (ON) position. MLO-005116 (Figure 2-1; 16 picas) You should observe the following when you power on the printer: —...
  • Page 29 PS READY/IDLE. Since several protocols can be used with the DEClaser 2200 plus printer, the remainder of this manual shows the message as 00 READY. If the printer does not power on correctly, refer to Chapter 6 for troubleshooting information. 2–2 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 30: Powering The Printer Off

    2.2 Powering the Printer Off Power the printer off using the following procedure. 1. Be sure the printer is not printing and that the Data indicator is not CAUTION: Do not power the printer off while it is printing. Powering the printer off during printing causes paper jams and loss of data.

  • Page 31: Opening The Top Cover

    2.3 Opening the Top Cover Open the top cover using the following procedure. 1. Press the release button forward and then down. — The top cover releases and opens slightly. MLO-005118 (Figure 2-3; 15.5 picas) 2–4 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 32 Replacing the EP-S cartridge • Adjusting the print density dial The upright position is intended for: • Replacing the fixing roller cleaner • Replacing the ozone filter • Clearing paper jams • Cleaning the inside of the printer Operating Information 2–5...

  • Page 33: Closing The Top Cover

    2.4 Closing the Top Cover Close the top cover using the following procedure. 1. Gently lower the cover and push down on the hand grip until the cover latches securely in place. MLO-005120 (Figure 2-5; 16 picas) 2–6 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 34: Printout Selector

    (See Section 2.6.1 and Section 2.6.2.) In the duplex/facedown position, the rear output tray is used as a paper reversing area before the paper is fed back into the printer. The printout selector must be in the duplex/facedown position to print in duplex mode, and paper is always delivered to the top output tray (see Section 2.7).

  • Page 35: Printing In Simplex Mode

    Figure 2–2: Printout Selections MLO-005122 (Figure 2-7; 19 picas) CAUTION: Do not try to change the printout selector while the printer is printing. Changing the printout selector during printing causes paper jams. 2–8 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 36: Selecting Facedown Printout (Top Output Tray)

    2.6.1 Selecting Facedown Printout (Top Output Tray) Use the following procedure to select the top output tray for facedown printing. 1. Set the printout selector to the duplex/facedown position. MLO-005123 (Figure 2-8; 16 picas) 2. Fold in the extension tray. MLO-005124 (Figure 2-9;...

  • Page 37: Selecting Faceup Printouts (Rear Output Tray)

    2.6.2 Selecting Faceup Printouts (Rear Output Tray) Use the following procedure to select the rear output tray for faceup printing. 1. Set the printout selector to the envelope/faceup position. MLO-005126 (Figure 2-10; 16 picas) 2. Fold out the extension tray. MLO-005125 (Figure 2-11;...

  • Page 38: Printing Preprinted And Prepunched Media In Simplex

    Mode To print forms, letterhead paper, or punched paper in simplex mode, load the media faceup, with the top edge of the paper nearest to the printer. (The procedure for printing forms in duplex mode is different from the procedure for simplex mode.

  • Page 39: Duplex Printing Printer Setup

    • You cannot feed paper manually. 2.7.1 Duplex Printing Printer Setup Use the following procedure to set the printer up for duplex printing. 1. Set the printout selector to the duplex print position. MLO-005128 (Figure 2-13; 16 picas) 2–12 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 40 2. Lift the paper support guide up from under the rear output tray. MLO-005129 (Figure 2-14; 16 picas) Operating Information 2–13...

  • Page 41: Printing Preprinted And Prepunched Media In Duplex

    — The Duplex indicator lights. NOTE: If the printer ‘‘beeps’’ and the Duplex indicator does not light, the printer is probably in the manual feed mode. Check to see that the Feeder Menu is not set to the manual feed mode (see Section 4.5.1).
  • Page 42 Here are some general guidelines about the paper used in the printer. • Use only high-quality paper such as the papers listed in Appendix B. • Avoid using any paper that is creased, folded, punched, clipped, stapled, or damaged. •...

  • Page 43: Adding Paper To The Cassettes

    2.8.1 Adding Paper to the Cassettes Add paper to the cassettes using the following procedure. 1. Check to see that the printer is not printing and that the display reads 00 READY before you remove the paper cassette. If the printer has run out of paper, the display reads 11 PAPER OUT or 17 U<- ->L FEED.
  • Page 44 3. Remove the cassette cover by lifting it off. MLO-004838 (Figure 2-16; 15.5 picas) 4. Insert paper into the left side of the cassette first, being sure it is inserted below the paper guide and maximum height guard. To prevent paper jams, do not load too much paper into the cassette. Leave a small amount of space between the paper and the maximum height guard.
  • Page 45 5. Replace the cover on the cassette. MLO-004840 (Figure 2-18; 13.5 picas) 6. Insert the paper cassette into the printer. — The Alarm indicator shuts off. — The display reads 00 READY. MLO-005131 (Figure 2-19; 15.5 picas) 2–18 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 46: Feeding Media Manually

    For paper sizes other than A4 or letter, you must use commands from the host computer that tell the printer the paper size you are using. These commands tell the printer where to print on the page. An example of this would be printing on legal-size paper. Since the printer does not recognize the larger legal-size paper, you must send it the proper commands (escape sequences) to print correctly on the page.

  • Page 47: Legal-Size Coding Example

    The following command line contains instructions to print on legal-size paper in manual feed mode. This example is set up to print a file on an 8 ½ in. x 14 in. sheet of paper in portrait mode using manual feed. Table 2–1 describes each escape sequence in the example.

  • Page 48: Manually Feeding Paper, Labels, And Transparencies

    Refer to Chapter 5 for the specifications required for print media. Be sure the printer is set up to print on the media size you are using — either through the paper (size) feature in the INITIAL Menu, or by using commands from the host computer —...
  • Page 49 On Line — The On Line indicator lights. 6. Send data from the host computer to the printer. — The Data indicator lights and the display reads PF FEED xxx (where xxx = paper size).
  • Page 50 7. Adjust the manual feed guides to accept the width of the paper. MLO-005132 (Figure 2-22; 15.5 picas) Operating Information 2–23...
  • Page 51 8. Insert a single sheet of paper, labels, or a transparency into the printer until it stops. — The paper is automatically fed into the printer. — The printed paper is sent to the rear output tray. CAUTION: Remove transparencies from the rear output tray as each one is printed.
  • Page 52 — After about 3 seconds the display will read 00 READY. — The cassette feed mode selection is now stored in operating memory. 12. Press to place the printer back on line. On Line — The On Line indicator lights. Operating Information...
  • Page 53 13. Set the printout selector to the duplex/facedown position. MLO-005123 (Figure 2-24; 15.5 picas) 14. Fold in the extension tray. MLO-005125 (Figure 2-25; 15 picas) 2–26 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 54: Feeding Envelopes Manually

    If your application program does not have an envelope printing feature, you need to set up your address files using commands (escape sequences) that instruct the printer to print in the right location on the envelope. Section 2.9 contains an example of using escape sequences to print in a certain area on the page.
  • Page 55 1. Set the printout selector to the envelope/faceup position. MLO-005126 (Figure 2-26; 16 picas) 2. Fold out the extension tray. MLO-005125 (Figure 2-27; 15 picas) 2–28 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 56 On Line — The On Line indicator lights. 6. Send data from the host computer to the printer. — The Data indicator lights and the display reads PF FEED xxx (where xxx = paper size).
  • Page 57 8. Insert a single envelope into the printer until the envelope stops. — The envelope is automatically fed into the printer. — The printed envelope is sent to the rear output tray. MLO-005135 (Figure 2-29; 16 picas) 2–30 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 58 — After about 3 seconds the display will read 00 READY. — The cassette feed mode selection is now stored in operating memory. 13. Press to place the printer back on line. On Line — The On Line indicator lights. If you have finished feeding Operating Information 2–31...
  • Page 59 14. Fold in the extension tray. MLO-005124 (Figure 2-30; 16 picas) 15. Set the printout selector to the duplex/facedown position. MLO-005128 (Figure 2-31; 16 picas) 2–32 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 60: Adjusting The Print Density

    2.11 Adjusting the Print Density Print density is the term used to describe the relative thickness of the line used to print characters. The thickness of a line is known as the line weight. The print density adjustment controls the amount of toner applied to the paper to make the line weight thinner or thicker.
  • Page 61 2. Lift the top cover open to the halfway position. MLO-004893 (Figure 2-33; 14.5 picas) 2–34 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 62 Numbers on the dial are displayed in increments of 2. Number 1 is the darkest setting; number 9 is the lightest setting. Although the printer is shipped with the dial set to number 5, you can typically obtain acceptable print quality, prolong the cartridge life, and reduce toner consumption by setting the dial to 7.
  • Page 63 4. Close the top cover by gently lowering the cover and pushing down on the hand grip until the cover latches securely in place. MLO-005120 (Figure 2-35; 16 picas) 2–36 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 64: Printing The Engine Test Print

    2.12 Printing the Engine Test Print The Engine Test Print (Figure 2–4) is used to check the printer’s paper feed mechanism for proper operation, and to check toner dispersion and line weight. The area between the lines on the Engine Test Print should be free of excess toner or smudges, and the lines should print cleanly across the entire page with no faded areas.

  • Page 65: Engine Test Print

    Figure 2–4: Engine Test Print MLO-004525 (Figure 2-36; 36 picas) 2–38 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 66 1. Check to be sure the printer has stopped printing and the message display reads 00 READY. 2. Press the test button on the right side of the printer with a ballpoint pen. — The printer enters the offline state.

  • Page 67: Printing Test Print A

    2.13 Printing Test Print A Test Print A (Figure 2–5) lists the current printer settings, along with information such as total page count and the amount of free memory available. 2–40 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 68: Test Print A

    Figure 2–5: Test Print A MLO-004895 (Figure 2-38; 36 picas) Operating Information 2–41...
  • Page 69 You can print Test Print A to check the current printer settings before making changes in Menu Mode (see Chapter 4). Table 2–2 describes the items on Test Print A, and Table 2–3 decribes how to print the test print.

  • Page 70: Printing Test Print A

    2. Press once. Test/Font — Test Print A prints. 3. Press to place the On Line printer back on line. — The On Line indicator lights. Display Reads 00 READY 05 TEST PRINT A 00 READY 00 READY Operating Information 2–43...

  • Page 71: Printing Test Print B

    2.14 Printing Test Print B Test Print B (Figure 2–6) contains sample printouts of the primary and secondary character sets that can be examined for print quality. 2–44 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 72: Test Print B

    Figure 2–6: Test Print B MLO-004852 (Figure 2-39; 36 picas) Operating Information 2–45...

  • Page 73: Printing The Font List

    2.15 Printing the Font List Figure 2–7 shows the Font List, which contains a listing of all the available character sets in the printer, along with a sample of the available fonts. 2–46 Operator’s Guide Display Reads 00 READY...

  • Page 74: Font List

    Figure 2–7: Font List MLO-004853 (Figure 2-40; 36 picas) Operating Information 2–47...

  • Page 75: Printing The Font List

    2. Press twice. Test/Font — The font list prints. 3. Press to place the On Line printer back on line. — The On Line indicator lights. 2–48 Operator’s Guide Display Reads 00 READY 06 FONT LIST 00 READY...

  • Page 76: Using Control Representation Mode

    Form Feed 2.16.1 Entering Control Representation Mode Use the procedure in Table 2–6 to place the printer in Control Representation Mode. Table 2–6: Entering Control Representation Mode Operation 1. Press...

  • Page 77: Resetting The Printer

    2.17 Resetting the Printer There are two methods of resetting the printer: • You can perform a hard reset by powering the printer off and then back on. • You can perform a soft reset by pressing Perform a soft reset of the printer under the following circumstances: •...

  • Page 78: Emulation Mode Of Operation

    Use the procedure in Table 2–8 to select Emulation Mode. Table 2–8: Selecting Emulation Mode Operation Press to place the printer On Line off line. — The On Line indicator goes off. Press and hold for about Menu 4 seconds.

  • Page 79: Chapter 3 The Control Panel

    The Control Panel The control panel consists of a liquid crystal display (LCD), indicator lights, and a keypad. The keypad allows you to perform certain printer functions such as printing test pages or configuring the printer menus. This chapter explains the features and uses of the control panel.

  • Page 80: Control Panel Functions

    NOTE: All keys and related functions (with the exception true whether the printer is in Keypad Mode or Menu Mode. See Section 3.1 for information about using the keypad in Keypad Mode.
  • Page 81 Indicates the status of the data sent to the printer. On: Data is being printed or is still in the print buffer. If the indicator is on and the printer is not printing, the last page needs to be printed. Press Form Feed Off: All data has been printed.

  • Page 82: Using The Keypad In Keypad Mode

    Test/Font or Manual Feed. Table 3–3 shows the keypad functions in Keypad Mode. NOTE: With the exception of is off line. A ‘‘beep’’ sounds if any of these keys are pressed when the printer is on line. 3.1.1 Entering Keypad Mode Use the procedure in Table 3–2 to enter Keypad Mode.

  • Page 83: Keypad Functions: Keypad Mode

    The mode is indicated by the green light on the key. On: The printer is on line and controlled by the host computer. The host computer can send data to print and commands to control the printer.
  • Page 84 (two-sided printing). If the printer ‘‘beeps’’ when you press sure that the printout selector is in the duplex position (see Table 1–2), and that the printer is not set in the manual feed mode of operation (see Section 4.5.1). 3–6 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 85: Using The Keypad In Menu Mode

    You configure the printer by selecting certain parameters (features and values) while in Menu Mode. You select these parameters using keypad keys that function differently when the printer is in Menu Mode. Chapter 4 covers printer configuration and explains the use of the keypad when in Menu Mode (see Section 4.1).

  • Page 86: Chapter 4 Printer Configuration

    Saving features in the proper type of memory allows you to retain most printer values so that the printer has to be configured only once. Figure 4–1 shows a sample menu from Test Print A.

  • Page 87: Entering Menu Mode

    4.1 Entering Menu Mode You configure the printer by selecting certain parameters (features and values) while in Menu Mode. When the printer is in Menu Mode, the keys labeled with gray text and symbols function to select parameters from the menu.

  • Page 88: Using The Keypad In Menu Mode

    Menu Mode keys, you may want to try using the keys to better understand their funtionality. See Section 4.4.1 for an example that uses the Menu Mode keys to configure the printer. Table 4–2: Keypad Functions: Menu Mode...

  • Page 89: Reading The Display In Menu Mode

    4.2 Reading the Display in Menu Mode Printer status and operator call messages are shown on the display in uppercase lettering, preceded by a numerical code. Examples of such messages are 00 READY or 11 PAPER OUT. Menu Mode messages are displayed differently to distinguish differences between the menu selections, feature selections, and value selections.

  • Page 90: Displaying Menu Values

    You can save new values temporarily in RAM, but they are cleared when the printer is powered off. You can also save new values in NVRAM so that they are not cleared if the printer is reset or powered off. ROM contains the factory default values that can be recalled into the operating memory.

  • Page 91: Operating Memory

    4.3.1 Operating Memory The printer operates using the currently selected values contained in operating memory. When the printer is powered on, it loads the values stored in NVRAM into operating memory. When you select new values (through escape sequences or from the control panel), they are placed in operating memory and become part of the printer settings that are currently in use.

  • Page 92: Rom (Read-Only Memory)

    Table 4–3. NOTE: Default values loaded from ROM are temporary values, and are affected if the printer receives a reset command or is powered off. If you want to retain the default values, you must save them in NVRAM (see Section 4.3.3).

  • Page 93: Nvram (Nonvolatile Random-Access Memory)

    In nonvolatile memory the selected values are not cleared when the printer is powered off or reset. Selections are saved in NVRAM until you change them. To save values in NVRAM while in Menu Mode, use the procedure shown in Table 4–4.

  • Page 94: Ram (Random-Access Memory)

    RAM is a temporary memory area that stores selected values until the printer is powered off. It is useful to store features in RAM when you need to change settings for specific print jobs. To save values in RAM while in Menu Mode, use the procedure in Table 4–5.

  • Page 95: Operational Flow Chart

    Figure 4–4: Operational Flow Chart Place the Printer Off Line Enter Menu Mode Select the Menu Select the Feature Change the Value Settings Save Save Settings in Memory Place the Printer Back On Line MLO-004946 4–10 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 96: Sample Procedure For Changing And Saving Values

    Exit Menu Mode Before You Begin This example assumes that the printer is using the factory default values in ROM. You will use Test Print A to verify the changes you make. Print a copy of Test Print A before beginning this example (Section 2.13). Be sure that all printing has stopped and the display reads 00 READY before you make any changes.
  • Page 97 Table 4–6 (Cont.): Changing and Saving Values Operation 6. Press until the value equals -10.0. NOTE: The value decreases in steps of 0.5. 7. Press to enter ¢ Enter the new value. 8. Press once to scroll ¡ the display to the offsetY feature. 9.
  • Page 98 Print A and compare it with the copy made before the changes. Verify the changes by comparing the new layout of the page and the offset values in the LAYOUT menu (see Figure 4–5). Display Reads 00 READY Printer Configuration 4–13...

  • Page 99: Test Print A Verification

    Figure 4–5: Test Print A Verification MLO-004897 (Figure 4-5; 36 picas) 4–14 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 100: Menu Descriptions

    4.5 Menu Descriptions This section describes the printer menus, features, and values. Table 4–7 for a complete listing of all menus and parameters. Table 4–7: Menu Mode Features and Values Menu Features FEEDER feeder LAYOUT offsetX offsetY autoNL COPY copy Factory default setting.
  • Page 101 Table 4–7 (Cont.): Menu Mode Features and Values Menu Features COMMAND message INITIAL macro paint paper INTERFACE baud rsmode Factory default setting. Cannot be selected using a command from the host. Selectable from the control panel only. Available only when RS232C is selected. Factory default setting for North America.
  • Page 102 Table 4–7 (Cont.): Menu Mode Features and Values Menu Features xon/xoff etx/ack DUPLEX duplex Factory default setting. Available only when RS232C is selected. Values Printer Configuration 4–17...

  • Page 103: Feeder Menu

    4.5.1 FEEDER Menu The FEEDER menu determines whether paper is fed manually or automatically from one of the cassettes. The optional envelope feeder can also be selected from the FEEDER menu when that option is installed. The paper feed selection is shown on the control panel by the paper feed indicators.

  • Page 104: Feeder Menu Features And Values

    NOTE: You must select the Upper value when using the optional envelope ‘‘cassette’’ because the envelope cassette can only be installed in the upper cassette slot of the printer. Feeds from one of the cassettes until it runs out of paper, and then automatically switches over to the second cassette to continue printing.

  • Page 105: Layout Menu

    When the print position reaches the right margin, it does not move to the next line until the printer receives a Carriage Return (CR) or Line Feed (LF) command from the host computer. Data beyond the right margin is lost until the...

  • Page 106: Offset Position (Offsetx, Offsety)

    The offset feature of the LAYOUT menu allows you to make fine adjustments to the printing coordinates. Since the DEClaser 2200 plus printer is a page printer, it is not possible to adjust the print position by manually shifting the position of the page. Do not use offset to move normal data to different positions on the page.

  • Page 107: Offset Printout Samples

    Figure 4–7 shows sample printouts of Test Print A that use different offset values. Figure 4–7: Offset Printout Samples MLO-004898 (Figure 4-7; 22 picas) 4–22 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 108: Automatic New Line (Autonl)

    4.5.2.2 Automatic New Line (autoNL) The autoNL feature determines whether or not the printer wraps to the next line when it reaches the right margin. 4.5.3 COPY Menu The COPY menu (Table 4–10) determines the number of copies to be printed.

  • Page 109: Initial Menu

    Directs the printer to allocate memory space for one full bitmap page. The Full setting eliminates complex errors but may slow the printer down if not all pages require a full bitmap. NOTE: A4 and letter-size require at least 1 MB of optional RAM.

  • Page 110: Macro

    Not resident The initialization message is sent to connected devices (when the printer is powered on or reset from the control panel) to indicate that the printer is reinitializing. The feature is designed for use with future applications and should be set to disabled at this time. Consult the Digital ANSI-Compliant Printing Protocol Level 3 Programming Reference Manual for additional information about this feature.
  • Page 111 Disabled Enabled Factory default setting. The DEClaser 2200 plus printer can identify itself as a Digital ANSI- Compliant Printing Protocol level 3 printer, and therefore can be recognized as such by symbionts and terminal drivers that conform to Digital ANSI- compliant architecture.

  • Page 112: Examples Using The Macro Feature

    Since printer memory is shared with both fonts and page drawings, it is usually desirable to let the printer allocate the memory dynamically, because even full page sixel images often print in partial paint mode.

  • Page 113: Interface Menu

    4.5.6 INTERFACE Menu The correct interface connection is necessary for the printer to communicate properly with the host computer. The DEClaser 2200 plus printer supports both parallel and serial interface connections. The interface must match the type used by the host computer.
  • Page 114 2 stop bits Sets the DTR line to a fixed high signal. Sets the DTR line to a high signal when the printer is ready to receive data. Enables buffer overflow control. Disables buffer overflow control. Disables buffer overflow control.

  • Page 115: Interface Selection (I/F)

    The first part of the value (7 or 8) is the number of data bits the printer expects to see in each character it receives. The second part of the value is the type of parity (checking) bit the printer looks for in each character.

  • Page 116: Buffer Control (Xon/Xoff)

    4.5.6.5 Buffer Control (xon/xoff) The buffer control (xon/xoff) feature uses software to regulate the flow of data to the input buffer of the printer. It is sometimes referred to as software handshaking protocol, a method the printer and the host computer use to exchange on/off signals.

  • Page 117: Duplex Menu Features And Values

    Table 4–18: DUPLEX Menu Features and Values Feature Values duplex Factory default setting. 4–32 Operator’s Guide Description Selects the simplex mode of operation. Paper is printed on one side in simplex mode. Selects the duplex mode of operation. is printed on two sides in duplex mode and delivered to the top output tray.

  • Page 118: Chapter 5 Print Media

    Print Media This chapter describes the print media that are appropriate for use with the DEClaser 2200 plus printer. The types of print media described in this chapter are paper, labels, transparencies, and envelopes. The DEClaser 2200 plus printer produces excellent print quality using electrophotographic laser technology.

  • Page 119: Paper Specifications

    5.1 Paper Specifications This section contains information on the sizes and specifications of plain paper that can be used with the DEClaser 2200 plus printer. Table 5–1 lists the paper sizes that can be used with the standard and optional size cassettes for the printer.

  • Page 120: Special Considerations When Printing On Paper

    The ink from some preprinted papers, such as those with a company letterhead, can cause smearing and in some extreme cases could damage the printer. • Do not use colored papers in which the color is applied as a coating to the surface.

  • Page 121: Envelope Requirements

    5.2 Envelope Requirements Envelopes must meet the same specifications as paper (see Table 5–2). In addition, the following types of envelopes cannot be used with the printer: • Envelopes with sealing flaps that are open MLO-005731 (Figure 5-1; 14. picas)
  • Page 122 • Envelopes with sealing flaps at the leading and trailing edges MLO-005729 (Figure 5-2; 14.5 picas) • Envelopes with three or more layers of paper at the leading and trailing edges MLO-005732 (Figure 5-3; 15 picas) Print Media 5–5...
  • Page 123 • Envelopes that have transparent windows MLO-005730 (Figure 5-4; 14 picas) • Envelopes that have clasps, snaps, or strings MLO-005733 (Figure 5-5; 15 picas) 5–6 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 124: Special Considerations When Printing On Envelopes

    Envelopes can be printed only on the front side. • Since you need to print addresses in a particular area on envelopes, you must give the printer the proper print coordinates to print the addresses. See Section 2.10 for more information about printing on envelopes.

  • Page 125: Transparencies

    5.3 Transparencies Table 5–3 and Table 5–4 contain information on the sizes and specifications of transparencies that can be used with the DEClaser 2200 plus printer. Table 5–3: Transparency Sizes Transparency Size Dimensions 210 mm x 297 mm Letter 8 ½ in. x 11 in.

  • Page 126: Labels

    200°C (392°F) for at least 0.1 second. CAUTION: Exposed adhesive on labels can damage the printer. To test for exposed adhesive, press a plain piece of paper on top of the sheet of labels.

  • Page 127: Special Considerations When Printing On Labels

    If you bring paper from a storage environment that differs greatly in temperature or humidity from the printer room, leave the paper unopened for a day to allow it to adjust to the printer room environment.

  • Page 128: Paper Storage

    • Check to see that the paper is loaded with the correct side up. Some packages of paper have an arrow on the label that points in the direction of the top side of the paper. Load paper with this top side up. If there is no arrow on the label, check the paper for curl.

  • Page 129: Error Skip Procedure

    6.1 Error Skip Procedure The DEClaser 2200 plus printer alerts you to error conditions by stopping the printer, placing it off line, and displaying the type of error on the control panel. Some error conditions cannot be cleared using the error skip procedure.

  • Page 130: Printer Status Messages

    Printer status messages are displayed to show the printer’s current operating condition (see Table 6–2). This status information lets you know if the printer is performing a task or is ready to receive another job. Status messages are displayed whether the printer is on line or off line.

  • Page 131: Operator Call Messages

    The mechanical engine test is being executed (Section 2.12). 6.3 Operator Call Messages Operator call messages are displayed if a problem with the printer requires operator intervention, such as adding paper or closing the printer cover. Check the online/offline status of the printer after correcting a problem; you may have to place the printer back on line by pressing lists the operator call messages.

  • Page 132: Corrective Action

    Install the paper cassette securely into the printer. The upper and lower paper cas- settes must be the same size when the printer is in auto feeding mode. The optional envelope cassette can be used only from the upper cassette slot. Install the envelope cassette into the upper cassette slot.

  • Page 133: Software Error Messages

    Table 6–3 (Cont.): Operator Call Messages Message Meaning The printer was not reset after the cassette size was changed. PC LOAD LEGAL Request for a legal-size paper cassette. The printer was not reset after the cassette size was changed. PC LOAD EXEC Request for an executive-size paper cassette.
  • Page 134 Enable a handshaking protocol to regulate data flow (see Section 4.5.6.4, Section 4.5.6.5, and Section 4.5.6.6). Ensure that the host, the printer, and any other devices that are connected (such as print servers) all have the same type of handshaking protocol enabled.
  • Page 135 FF FONT FULL The font registration area is full. Corrective Action Power off the printer and verify that any memory expansion boards are correctly installed. If the problem continues, call your Digital service representative (Chapter 8).

  • Page 136: Service Call Messages

    50–99). NOTE: Before calling for service, try to clear the error message by powering the printer off. After a few seconds, power the printer on. If the error message is still displayed, power the printer off and call for service.
  • Page 137 Press to place the printer On Line off line and then press Form Feed to print the remaining data. Be sure to press to place the On Line printer back on line after the last page is printed. Troubleshooting 6–9...

  • Page 138: Poor Printing

    The printer is dirty. to the paper. 6–10 Operator’s Guide Corrective Action Remove the EP-S cartridge from the printer and gently rock it several times to redistribute toner (see Section 7.3). Replace the EP-S cartridge (Sec- tion 7.3). Clean the transfer corona wire (Section 7.1.3).
  • Page 139 Printer ‘‘beeps’’ when The printout selector is not set to the duplex is pressed. Duplex position. The printer is in manual feed mode. Corrective Action Replace the EP-S cartridge (Section 7.3.) See Chapter 5 for print media specifications.

  • Page 140: Incorrect Printing Mode

    3. Set the printout selector to the envelope/faceup print position. 4. Fold out the extension tray. MLO-004900 (Figure 6-1; 16 picas) 5. Press to place the printer back on line. On Line — The On Line indicator lights. 6–12 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 141: Paper Jams

    Chapter 5. To ensure that you are loading paper in the tray properly, see Section 5.5.1 for the correct procedure. The following events occur when there is a paper jam in the printer: • The printer stops printing and goes off line.

  • Page 142: Paper Jam Areas 1, 6, And 7

    Figure 6–1: Paper Jam Areas MLO-004529 (Figure 6-2; 23 picas) After clearing a paper jam, reset the printer by closing the front cover. Closing the cover clears the error condition, but the printer must be placed back on line. After the cover is closed, press...
  • Page 143 CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove jammed paper from the top or rear paper trays by simply pulling the paper out. Pulling the paper from the printer without releasing it from the fixing assembly first can cause damage to the printer.
  • Page 144 2. Lift the top cover open. MLO-004531 (Figure 6-4; 16 picas) 6–16 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 145 WARNING: Be careful when accessing areas inside the printer, because the fixing assembly may be hot. MLO-004866 (Figure 6-5; 16 picas) 4. Remove the jammed paper from the printer by pulling it out from the paper tray. MLO-004530 (Figure 6-6; 16 picas) Troubleshooting 6–17...
  • Page 146 — The Alarm and Data indicators shut off. — The message display reads 00 READY. MLO-005120 (Figure 6-7; 16 picas) 6. Press to place the printer on line. On Line — The printer reprints the page that was jammed. 6–18 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 147: Paper Jam Areas 2, 3, 4, And 6

    6.7.2 Paper Jam Areas 2, 3, 4, and 6 Use the following procedure to clear paper jams from the paper feed, transfer, and fixing assembly areas. 1. Open the top cover by pressing the release button forward and then down. —...
  • Page 148 2. Lift the top cover open. WARNING: Be careful when accessing areas inside the printer, because the fixing assembly may be hot. MLO-004531 (Figure 6-9; 16 picas) 6–20 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 149 3. If paper is jammed in the feed or transfer area, lift the transfer guide (green handle) to release the paper and remove the paper from the printer. If the jammed paper did not reach the feed area, remove the cassette and pull the paper out from the cassette slot.
  • Page 150 4. If paper is jammed in the fixing assembly, push the green tab on the fixing assembly down to release the paper, and remove the paper from the printer. WARNING: Be careful when accessing areas inside the printer, because the fixing assembly may be hot. MLO-004870 (Figure 6-11; 16 picas)
  • Page 151 — The Alarm and Data indicators shut off. — The message display reads 00 READY. MLO-005120 (Figure 6-12; 16 picas) 6. Press to place the printer on line. On Line — The printer reprints the page that was jammed. Troubleshooting 6–23...

  • Page 152: Paper Jam Area 5 (Duplex Printing Mode Only)

    6.7.3 Paper Jam Area 5 (Duplex Printing Mode Only) Use the following procedure to clear paper jams from the lower paper path area. 1. Open the top cover by pressing the release button forward and then down. — The top cover releases and opens slightly. MLO-005118 (Figure 6-13;...
  • Page 153 2. If paper is jammed in the transfer area, lift the transfer guide (green handle) to release the paper. MLO-004869 (Figure 6-14; 16 picas) 3. Open the side door and lift the green paper jam lever to raise the paper path plate.
  • Page 154 4. Remove the jammed paper from the lower paper path area. MLO-004534 (Figure 6-16; 15.5 picas) 5. Lower the green paper jam lever to its operating position. — The side door is spring loaded and automatically closes when the paper jam lever is lowered into its operating position. MLO-004533 (Figure 6-17;...
  • Page 155 — The Alarm and Data indicators shut off. — The message display reads 00 READY. MLO-005120 (Figure 6-18; 16 picas) 7. Press to place the printer on line. On Line — The printer reprints the page that was jammed. Troubleshooting 6–27...

  • Page 156: Paper Jam Area 8 (Duplex Printing Only)

    6.7.4 Paper Jam Area 8 (Duplex Printing Only) Use the following procedure to clear paper jams from the paper reversing area on the rear output tray. 1. Lift and hold the paper jam lever to remove jammed paper from the paper reversing area.

  • Page 157: Chapter 7 Maintenance

    find it necessary to clean the printer between cartridge changes if print quality begins to deteriorate. CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to the internal and external surfaces of the printer, do not use cleaners or solvents. Use a clean cloth dampened with water only. Chapter 7...

  • Page 158: Cleaning The Internal Surfaces

    1. Be sure the printer is not printing and the display reads 00 READY. 2. Press the power switch on the back of the printer to the O (OFF) position. MLO-005117 (Figure 7-1; 15 picas) 7–2 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 159 3. Press the release button forward and then down. — The top cover releases and opens slightly. MLO-005118 (Figure 7-2; 15.5 picas) 4. Lift the top cover open. MLO-004531 (Figure 7-3; 16 picas) Maintenance 7–3...
  • Page 160 5. Wipe the paper feed area (black plastic) clean with a cloth dampened with water. WARNING: Be careful when accessing areas inside the printer, because the fixing assembly may be hot. MLO-004871 (Figure 7-4; 16 picas) 7–4 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 161 6. Wipe the following items clean in the transfer area with the dampened cloth: • The movable transfer guide (with green handle) and clear plastic strip • The metal transfer roller • The silver-colored metal transfer guide MLO-004872 (Figure 7-5; 16 picas) Maintenance 7–5...
  • Page 162 7. Gently close the top cover by pushing down on the hand grip until the cover latches securely into place. MLO-005120 (Figure 7-6; 16 picas) 7–6 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 163: Cleaning The Primary Corona Wire

    1. Be sure the printer is not printing and the display reads 00 READY. 2. Press the power switch on the back of the printer to the O (OFF) position. MLO-005117 (Figure 7-7; 15 picas) Maintenance 7–7...
  • Page 164 3. Press the release button forward and then down. — The top cover releases and opens slightly. MLO-005118 (Figure 7-8; 15.5 picas) 4. Open the top cover halfway. MLO-004893 (Figure 7-9; 14.5 picas) 7–8 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 165 5. Remove the EP-S cartridge by pulling it out from the top cover. MLO-004890 (Figure 7-10; 19 picas) Maintenance 7–9...
  • Page 166 6. Remove the wire/pin cleaner from the inside of the printer. WARNING: Be careful when removing the wire/pin cleaner from the printer, because the fixing assembly may be hot. MLO-004873 (Figure 7-11; 16 picas) 7–10 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 167 7. Insert the felt end of the wire/pin cleaner into either end of the EP-S cartridge slot. CAUTION: Do not insert the brush end of the wire/pin cleaner into the slot. Inserting the brush end can damage the corona wire. MLO-004875 (Figure 7-12;...
  • Page 168 8. Move the cleaner in the slot from side to side three to four times to clean the corona wire. MLO-004874 (Figure 7-13; 14 picas) 9. Return the wire/pin cleaner to its storage location in the printer. MLO-004873 (Figure 7-14; 14 picas) 7–12 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 169 10. Install the EP-S cartridge into the top cover. MLO-004363 (Figure 7-15; 18 picas) Maintenance 7–13...
  • Page 170 11. Gently close the top cover by pushing down on the hand grip until the cover latches securely into place. MLO-005120 (Figure 7-16; 16 picas) 7–14 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 171: Cleaning The Transfer Corona Wires And Discharging Pins

    1. Be sure the printer is not printing and the display reads 00 READY. 2. Press the power switch on the back of the printer to the O (OFF) position. MLO-005117 (Figure 7-17; 15 picas) Maintenance 7–15...
  • Page 172 3. Press the release button forward and then down. — The top cover releases and opens slightly. MLO-005118 (Figure 7-18; 15.5 picas) 4. Lift the top cover open. MLO-004531 (Figure 7-19; 16picas) 7–16 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 173 5. Remove the wire/pin cleaner from the inside of the printer. WARNING: Be careful when removing the wire/pin cleaner from the printer, because the fixing assembly may be hot. MLO-004873 (Figure 7-20; 14 picas) Maintenance 7–17...
  • Page 174 6. Clean the discharging pins (in the groove) using the brush end of the cleaner. CAUTION: You must lift the brush over the separation wires as you clean along the groove. Be careful not to break the wires as you clean the discharging pins.
  • Page 175 7. Return the wire/pin cleaner to its storage location in the printer. MLO-004873 (Figure 7-22; 16 picas) 8. Clean the transfer corona wire and the nylon separation wires with the cotton swab. CAUTION: The corona wire and nylon separation wires are fragile. Do not press down too hard on the wires.
  • Page 176 9. Gently close the top cover by pushing down on the hand grip until the cover latches securely into place. MLO-005120 (Figure 7-24; 16 picas) 7–20 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 177: Extending Ep-S Cartridge Life

    7.2 Extending EP-S Cartridge Life Each EP-S cartridge contains a photosensitive drum and toner, assuring you of optimum print quality throughout the life of the cartridge. When the cartridge runs out of toner, you replace it with a new one. CAUTION: The use of refilled EP-S cartridges is not recommended and may adversely affect print quality.

  • Page 178: Replacing The Ep-S Cartridge

    7.3 Replacing the EP-S Cartridge When the ‘‘16 TONER LOW’’ message is displayed, it means that the printer is either running out of toner or the toner is not being distributed evenly. Before replacing the EP-S cartridge, make sure that the toner is really depleted.
  • Page 179 1. Be sure the printer is not printing and the display reads 00 READY. 2. Press the power switch on the back of the printer to the O (OFF) position. MLO-005117 (Figure 7-26; 15 picas) Maintenance 7–23...
  • Page 180 3. Press the release button forward and then down. — The top cover releases and opens slightly. MLO-005118 (Figure 7-27; 15.5 picas) 4. Open the top cover to its halfway position. MLO-004893 (Figure 7-28; 14.5 picas) 7–24 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 181 5. Remove the EP-S cartridge by pulling it out from the top cover. Open the top cover to its full upright position after removing the cartridge. MLO-004890 (Figure 7-29; 19 picas) Maintenance 7–25...
  • Page 182 6. Open the green fixing assembly cover. WARNING: The fixing assembly may be hot. Be careful when accessing the fixing unit. MLO-004354 (Figure 7-30; 16.5 picas) 7–26 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 183 7. Remove the used fixing roller cleaner from the fixing assembly. Discard the used fixing roller cleaner. MLO-004879 (Figure 7-31; 16 picas) 8. Wipe the fixing roller with the cleaning pad on the end of the new cleaner. MLO-004355 (Figure 7-32; 16.5 picas) Maintenance 7–27...
  • Page 184 9. Peel off the cleaning pad and discard it. MLO-004356 (Figure 7-33; 16.5 picas) 10. Insert the new cleaner into the fixing assembly. MLO-004357 (Figure 7-34; 16.5 picas) 7–28 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 185 11. Close the fixing assembly cover. NOTE: The fixing assembly cover does not close tightly. MLO-004358 (Figure 7-35; 16.5 picas) Maintenance 7–29...
  • Page 186 12. Wipe the paper feed area (black plastic) clean with a cloth dampened with water. CAUTION: To prevent possible damage to the internal and external surfaces of the printer, do not use cleaners or solvents. Use a clean cloth dampened with water only. MLO-004871 (Figure 7-36; 16 picas)
  • Page 187 13. Wipe the transfer area clean with the dampened cloth. The transfer area consists of the following components: • The movable transfer guide (with green handle) and clear plastic strip • The metal transfer roller • The silver-colored metal transfer guide MLO-004872 (Figure 7-37;...
  • Page 188 14. Clean the transfer corona wire and the nylon separation wires with the cotton swab. CAUTION: The corona wire and nylon separation wires are fragile. Do not press down on the wires too hard or they may break. MLO-004877 (Figure 7-38; 14.5 picas) 7–32 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 189 15. Remove the wire/pin cleaner from the inside of the printer. WARNING: The fixing assembly may be hot. Be careful when removing the wire/pin cleaner from the printer. MLO-004873 (Figure 7-39; 16 picas) Maintenance 7–33...
  • Page 190 16. Clean the discharging pins in the groove using the brush end of the cleaner. CAUTION: You must lift the brush over the separation wires as you clean along the groove. Be careful not to break the wires as you clean the pins.
  • Page 191 17. Return the wire/pin cleaner to its storage location in the printer. MLO-004873 (Figure 7-41; 16 picas) 18. Rock the new EP-S cartridge five or six times as shown to distribute the toner evenly. MLO-004362 (Figure 7-42; 16 picas) Maintenance...
  • Page 192 19. Lower the top cover to its partially opened position and install the new cartridge. MLO-004363 (Figure 7-43; 18 picas) 7–36 Operator’s Guide...
  • Page 193 20. Snap the tab from the left side of the cartridge by moving it up and down. MLO-004364 (Figure 7-44; 16.5 picas) Maintenance 7–37...
  • Page 194 21. Grasp the tab and pull the sealing tape completely out of the cartridge. Discard the sealing tape. NOTE: The sealing tape is about 55 cm (22 in.) long and may have toner on it. If you get toner on your hands or clothing, wash them with cold water and soap.
  • Page 195 22. Close the top cover by pushing down on the hand grip until it snaps into place. MLO-005120 (Figure 7-46; 16 picas) Maintenance 7–39...

  • Page 196: Replacing The Ozone Filter

    filter removes ozone, which could be hazardous to your health. 1. Be sure the printer is not printing and the display reads 00 READY. 2. Press the power switch on the back of the printer to the O (OFF) position.
  • Page 197 3. Press the release button forward and then down. — The top cover will release and open slightly. MLO-005118 (Figure 7-48; 15.5 picas) 4. Lift the top cover open. MLO-004531 (Figure 7-49; 16 picas) Maintenance 7–41...
  • Page 198 5. Pull down the ozone filter cover to access the filter. WARNING: The fixing assembly may be hot. Be careful when accessing the ozone filter. MLO-004880 (Figure 7-50; 16 picas) 6. Remove the filter by pulling it out by its tab. MLO-004881 (Figure 7-51;...
  • Page 199 7. Grasp the new filter by its tab and slide it into place. CAUTION: Always handle the filter by its tab and not by its mesh sides. The mesh sides are fragile and can be damaged easily. MLO-004882 (Figure 7-52; 16 picas) 8.

  • Page 200: Chapter 8 Service

    Chapter 8 Service If you cannot correct a problem with the DEClaser 2200 plus printer, request servicing by a qualified Digital service representative. This chapter lists the available services. 8.1 Digital Equipment Corporation Services Digital Equipment Corporation provides a wide range of maintenance programs for printers.

  • Page 201: Questions To Consider Before You Call

    Summarize the problem. Make a note of: the problem? • • • Stay by the printer and host system if possible, because the service representative may ask you to recreate the problem. 8–2 Operator’s Guide Often you can solve the problem...
  • Page 202 DEClaser Printer Quick Reference Guide This quick reference guide contains basic information on using certain programming instructions with your DEClaser printer. For quick reference use, see these sections: Category Section Positioning Controls Margins and Spacing Set/Reset Modes Fonts and Character Sets...
  • Page 203 Conventions The following conventions are used throughout this appendix. Convention Meaning The is the control character (9/11) used to introduce the Control Sequence Introducer as part of the format of a DEC PPL3 command. For example, . Both parameter characters and intermediate characters are CSI Pn A supported in a CSI control sequence.

  • Page 204: Positioning Controls

    CSI Pn ; . . . ; Pn v Where: Pn = n Is the number of units according to the SSU sequence and PUM setting. DECVTS—Vertical Tab Set Sets a tab stop at the active vertical position. ESC 3 DEClaser Printer Quick Reference Guide A–3...
  • Page 205 HPA—Horizontal Position Absolute CSI Pn ‘ Where: Pn = 0 Is treated as horizontal position 1. Pn = n Is the numeric value according to the SSU sequence and PUM setting. HPB—Horizontal Position Backward CSI Pn j Where: Pn = 0 Is treated as one horizontal position to the left.
  • Page 206 Is the numeric value, according to SSU sequence and PUM setting. VPR—Vertical Position Relative CSI Pn e Where: Pn = 0 Is treated as one vertical position down. Pn = n Is the numeric value, according to SSU sequence and PUM setting. DEClaser Printer Quick Reference Guide A–5...

  • Page 207: Margins And Spacing

    A.2 Margins and Spacing DECSHORP—Set Horizontal Pitch CSI Ps w Where: Ps = 0 Is determined by current font. Ps = 1 Is 720 centipoints (10 characters/inch). Ps = 2 Is 600 centipoints (12 characters/inch). Ps = 3 Is 545 centipoints (13.2 characters/inch). Ps = 4 Is 436 centipoints (16.5 characters/inch).
  • Page 208 Is the top margin-setting numeric value according to the SSU sequence and PUM setting (Pn1 = 0 is treated as 1). Pn2 = n Is the bottom margin-setting numeric value according to the SSU sequence and PUM setting (Pn2 = 0 is treated as 1). DEClaser Printer Quick Reference Guide A–7...
  • Page 209 DECVERP—Set Vertical Pitch CSI Ps z Where: Ps = 0 Is determined by the current font. Ps = 1 Is 1200 centipoints (6 lines/inch). Ps = 2 Is 900 centipoints (8 lines/inch). Ps = 3 Is 600 centipoints (12 lines/inch). Ps = 4 Is 3600 centipoints (2 lines/inch).

  • Page 210: Decvpfs Numeric Parameters

    Pn1 = Decimal value Is the percentage of the height set by GSS. Pn2 = 0 Is treated as 100% of the GSS. Pn2 = Decimal value Is the percentage of the width set by GSS. DEClaser Printer Quick Reference Guide A–9...
  • Page 211 GSS—Graphic Size Select CSI Pn SP C Where: Pn = 0 Is 10 points. Pn = n Is the font height according to SSU sequence. PFS—Page Format Select CSI Ps SP J Where: Ps = 0 Portrait normal text. Ps = 1 Landscape normal text.
  • Page 212 Character spacing is determined by the numeric value according to the SSU sequence and PUM setting. SSU—Select Size Unit CSI Ps SP I Where: Ps = 2 Is decipoint 1/720 inch. Ps = 7 Is pixel 1/300 inch. Ps = ?1 Is centipoint 1/7200 inch. DEClaser Printer Quick Reference Guide A–11...

  • Page 213: Set/Reset Modes

    SVS—Set Vertical Spacing CSI Ps SP L Where: Ps = 0 Is 1200 centipoints (6 lines/inch). Ps = 1 Is 1800 centipoints (4 lines/inch). Ps = 2 Is 2400 centipoints (3 lines/inch). Ps = 3 Is 600 centipoints (12 lines/inch). Ps = 4 Is 900 centipoints (8 lines/inch).
  • Page 214 Set—LF acts as New Line. CSI 20 h Reset—LF acts as Line Feed. CSI 20 l PUM—Positioning Unit Mode Sets the Positioning Unit Mode. CSI 11 h Resets the Positioning Unit Mode. CSI 11 l DEClaser Printer Quick Reference Guide A–13...

  • Page 215: Fonts And Character Sets

    A.4 Fonts and Character Sets ASCEF—Announce Subset of Code Extension Facilities ESC SP Fs If the final character (Fs) is: Is ISO 4873, level 1. Is ISO 4873, level 2. Is ISO 4873, level 3. DECATFF—Assign to Type Family or Font DCS Ps1 ;...
  • Page 216 Ps = 0 Requires the ID string for a 7-character type family ID. Ps = 1 Requires the ID string for a 31-character font file ID. DEClaser Printer Quick Reference Guide (Ps = 0) (Ps = 1) (Ps = 0)
  • Page 217 DECLFF—Load Font File DCS Ps1 ; Ps2 ; Ps3 y font_record, font_record; comment_record ST Where: Ps1 = 0 Is Digital font file format. Ps2 = 0 Is print the summary sheet. Ps2 = 1 Is do not print the summary sheet. Ps2 = 2 Is send font error and warning information.

  • Page 218: Character Set Identification

    DEC Dutch DEC Finnish French DEC French Canadian German ISO Italian Legal JIS Roman JIS Katakana DEC Norwegian/Danish ISO Spanish DEC Swedish Not resident DEClaser Printer Quick Reference Guide Character Set Identifier B (initial setting for G0 and G1) A–17...
  • Page 219 Table A–2 (Cont.): Character Set Identification Number of Character Set Characters DEC Swiss Norwegian/Danish DEC Supplemental DEC Technical DEC Special Graphics DEC Portuguese User Preference Supplemental DEC 7-Bit Hebrew DEC Hebrew Supplemental ISO Latin-1 Supplemental ISO Latin-Hebrew Supplemental By default, User Preference Supplemental is DEC Supplemental to ensure compatibility. A–18 Operator’s Guide Character Set Identifier...
  • Page 220 Turns off overline. Turns all private attributes off. Turns superscript on, subscript off. Turns subscript on, superscript off. Turns on overline. Turns off superscript and subscript. Turns off overline. Turns off subscript, superscript, and overline. DEClaser Printer Quick Reference Guide A–19...

  • Page 221: Miscellaneous

    CSI ? Ps1 ; Ps2 ; . . . ; Psn c The following is the generic response indicating a DEClaser 2200 plus printer: CSI ? 73 ; 4 ; 6 ; 8 ; 9 ; 10 ; 11 ; 12 ; 16 ; 18 ; c...
  • Page 222 Is PostScript. Ps4 = 2 Is CaPSL. Ps4 = 4 Is IBM ProPrinter. Ps4 = 8 Is HP PCL 4. Ps5 = yy Is the minor firmware version number. Ps5 = 00 Is Version x.x-00. DEClaser Printer Quick Reference Guide...
  • Page 223 No tray change. Ps = 1 Selects the top tray. Ps = 2 Selects the bottom tray (only on the DEClaser 2200 plus printer). Ps = 3 Selects the envelope feeder (only on the DEClaser 2200 plus printer). Ps = 99 Selects manual feed operation.
  • Page 224 A legal-size image is guaranteed without complexity errors in duplex mode. Available only when additional memory is installed DECNS—New Sheet Executes a conditional form feed and ensures that printing resumes on a CSI SP s new font face. DEClaser Printer Quick Reference Guide A–23...
  • Page 225 DECRVEC—Draw Relative Vector CSI Ps1 ; Pn2 ; Pn3 SP | Where: Ps1 = 0 Draws a horizontal (X) line to the right. Ps1 = 1 Draws a vertical (Y) line down. Ps1 = 2 Draws a horizontal (X) line to the left. Ps1 = 3 Draws a vertical (Y) line up.
  • Page 226 Is key number (ignored). Pn3 = n Is width (defined as leading edge). Pn4 = n Is length. DECSTR—Soft Terminal Reset Resets the printer to initial state values and returns to DEC PPL3 protocol. CSI ! p DEClaser Printer Quick Reference Guide A–25...
  • Page 227 DECVEC—Draw Vector CSI Ps1 ; Pn2 ; Pn3 ; Pn4 ; Pn5 ! | Where: Ps1 = 0 Draws horizontal line (X). Ps1 = 1 Draws vertical line (Y). Ps1 = Other Performs no action. Pn2 = n Is the horizontal line (X) start position according to the SSU sequence. Pn3 = n Is the verical line (Y) start position according to the SSU sequence.
  • Page 228 RIS—Reset to Initial State Resets the printer to initial state values and returns to DEC PPL3 protocol. ESC c ROCS—Return from Other Coding System Returns to DEC PPL3 from an alternate protocol emulation mode. ESC % @ SOCS—Select Other Coding System Selects HP PCL emulation mode.

  • Page 229: Declaser 2200 Plus Printer Accessories And Supplies

    Letter-size paper cassette (8 ½ in. x 11 in.) LNXX–UC 1 MB RAM module LNXX–UD 2 MB RAM module These fonts work only with DEC PPL3 protocol. These fonts work with HP PCL protocol. Appendix B Accessories and Supplies B–1...
  • Page 230 Table B–1 (Cont.): DEClaser 2200 plus Printer Accessories and Supplies Part Number Description LNXX–UE 3 MB RAM module LNXX–AC EP-S Cartridge Supplies Kit (quantity = 1) LNXX–XA EP-S Cartridge Supplies Kit (quantity = 4) LNXX–XB EP-S Cartridge Supplies Kit (quantity = 16) LNXX–XC...

  • Page 231: Part Number

    Table B–1 (Cont.): DEClaser 2200 plus Printer Accessories and Supplies Part Number Description LN03X–AK A4-size transparencies 297 mm x 210 mm 50 sheets per box 29–28272–01 Replacement ozone filter NOTE: The replacement ozone filter is available through self-maintenance services. Call 1–800–344–4825 to order the filter.

  • Page 232: Ordering Information

    B.1 Ordering Information Use the following mailing addresses and telephone numbers to order products for the DEClaser 2200 plus printer. Table B–2: Ordering Within the U.S.A. MAIL Digital Equipment Corporation PO Box CS2008 Nashua, NH 03061 TELEPHONE Order toll free 1–800–DIGITAL (DECdirect) between the hours of 8:30 a.m.

  • Page 233: Appendix C Specifications

    This appendix contains the operating and interface specifications for the DEClaser 2200 plus printer. C.1 Operating Specifications Type: Printing Method: Laser Power: Resolution: Printing Speed: Warm-Up Time: Paper Cassettes: Manual Feed: Top Output Tray Capacity: Rear Output Tray Capacity: Paper Weight Range...
  • Page 234 Courier 10-point normal portrait • Courier 10.3-point normal portrait • Courier 6.7-point normal landscape • Elite 10-point normal portrait For each font the following character sets reside in the printer: • ASCII • DEC Supplemental • ISO Latin-1 Supplemental • DEC Technical •...
  • Page 235 Power Requirements: Power Consumption: Installed Weight (Body Only): Dimensions: 100–115 Vac, 50/60 Hz 220–240 VAC, 50 Hz 100–115 V models = 940 W maximum 220–240 V models = 890 W maximum Approximately 30.4 kg (67.1 lb.) Width: 454 mm (17.9 in.) Depth: 665 mm (26.0 in.) Depth: 888 mm (35.0 in.) (with A4 paper cassette installed and the rear...

  • Page 236: Serial Interface Specifications

    C.2 Serial Interface Specifications Table C–1 lists the pin signals for the RS232C serial interface connector. Figure C–1 shows the pin assignments on the connector. Figure C–2 and Figure C–3 show the serial connections with and without connection to a modem.

  • Page 237: Rs232C Pin Assignments

    Figure C–1: RS232C Pin Assignments MLO-004884 (Figure C-1; 12.5 picas) Specifications C–5...

  • Page 238: Serial Connections To Modem

    Figure C–2: Serial Connections to Modem MLO-004885 (Figure C-2; 19 picas) C–6 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 239: Serial Connections Without Modem

    Figure C–3: Serial Connections Without Modem MLO-004887 (Figure C-3; 23.5 picas) Specifications C–7...

  • Page 240: Parallel Interface Specifications

    C.3 Parallel Interface Specifications Table C–2 lists the pin signals for the parallel (Centronics) interface connector. Figure C–4 shows the pin assignments on the connector, and Figure C–5 shows the parallel connections to an external device. C–8 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 241: Parallel Interface Pin Assignments

    Table C–2: Parallel Interface Pin Assignments Signal ¢ ¡ ¤ £ ¥ ¡ § ¦ ¨ £ ¥ ©       Data 1 Data 2 Data 3 Data 4 Data 5 Data 6 Data 7 Data 8      Busy Call (PE)

  • Page 242: Parallel Pin Assignment

    Figure C–4: Parallel Pin Assignment MLO-004886 (Figure C-4; 7.5 picas) Figure C–5: Parallel Connections MLO-004888 (Figure C-5; 15.5 picas) C–10 Operator’s Guide...

  • Page 243: Appendix D Ln03 Compatibility

    • The DEClaser 2200 plus printer comes with 1 MB of RAM, and can be upgraded up to 4 MB. The available memory is 796 KB up to 3.796 MB. The LN03 PLUS option is dedicated to bitmap processing while the LN03 RAM cartridges are dedicated to font storage.

  • Page 244: Printable Area Compatibility

    D.2 Printable Area Compatibility The printable area on the DEClaser 2200 plus printer is approximately the same as the printable area on the LN03 printer. There is an approximate ¼" non-printable area around the page. This difference does not affect applications that do not print within ¼" of the paper edge.
  • Page 245 <) which is now the User Preference character set. The DEClaser 2200 plus printer has three Hebrew character sets and the Legal character set resident in the printer. This also modifies the font status report because more fonts are included.

  • Page 246: Glossary

    The Courier font that resides in the DEClaser 2200 printer is an example of a bitmap font. buffer An area in the printer’s memory used for temporary storage of data during input and output operations. built-in fonts Fonts that reside in memory and are shipped with the printer.
  • Page 247 An instruction that tells the printer to perform a certain function. Commands are sent from the host computer to the printer when the printer is on line. configuration The process of changing the settings of the printer or computer to communicate properly with each other.
  • Page 248 DTR line of the serial port. DTR is sometimes known as ‘‘hardware handshaking protocol.’’ duplex A layout indicating that a document is to be printed on two sides. The DEClaser 2200 printer can perform duplex printing.
  • Page 249 Connects two devices (through the interface cable) such as a computer and printer, making it possible for them to communicate with each other. The DEClaser 2200 printer supports a parallel (Centronics) and a serial (RS232C) interface.

  • Page 250: Operating Memory

    Operating the printer without the ozone filter installed could be hazardous to your health. page In the context of a laser printer, the image you are printing; you can print up to two pages per sheet (one page per side). parallel interface A data communications interface that transmits multiple bits of data (usually in 1-byte segments) simultaneously.
  • Page 251 PostScript language A programming language designed to convey a description of a desired page to a printer. It can describe a page containing any combination of text, graphical shapes, and digitized images. primary corona wire A wire located inside the EP-S cartridge that places an electrical charge on the photosensitive drum, preparing it to accept an image from the laser beam.
  • Page 252 fixed speed. The DEClaser 2200 printer uses an RS232C serial interface. sheet In the context of a laser printer, the physical piece of paper that is printed. simplex A layout indicating that a document is formatted to be printed on one side of a sheet.
  • Page 253 7–2 primary corona wire, 7–7 the printer, 7–1 transfer corona wires, 7–15 COMMAND menu, 4–23 Common operating problems, 6–8 Configuring the printer, 4–1 Control panel, 3–1 Control Representation Mode, 2–49 COPY menu, 4–23 Data terminal ready (dtr) feature, 4–30 Discharging pins, 7–15...
  • Page 254 Menu mode, 4–2 to 4–3 Menu mode display, 4–4 to 4–5 Menus Index–2 Menus (Cont.) displaying, 4–4 Messages operator call, 6–3 printer status, 6–2 service call, 6–8 software error, 6–5 Nonvolatile random-access memory, 4–8 NVRAM, 4–8 Offset position feature, 4–21 Operating memory, 4–6 Operating space, 1–9...

  • Page 255: Printer Components

    Power off, 2–3 Power on, 2–1 Preprinted paper loading, 2–11, 2–14 Print density adjustment, 2–33 Printer components and functions, 1–1, 1–2, 1–8 Printer configuration memory, 4–5 to 4–9 Printer status messages, 6–2 Print media, 5–1 Punched paper loading, 2–11, 2–14 Quick Reference Guide, A–1...

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